We arrive at the center of the French Riviera, Villefranche, on Saturday, September 6 at about 7am, just after sunrise. As Amalfi is the most beautiful drive in Italy, the Corniche, or cliff road on the Cote d'Azur, is the most beautiful drive in France.

Villefranche seen from the ship

Villefranche harbor

Nice - I liked the contrast of the Mac Donalds and the casino here.

We have arrived in Nice, 3 miles from Villefranche, known as the capital of the French Riviera or Cote d'Azur.

The palace in Nice that was once the summer residence of the king of Sardinia. Power over Nice fluctuated between rulers in the area over the centuries.

The street market lies just in front of the palace.

The bread vendor in the street market in Nice.

The flower vendor in the street market in Nice

The street market in Nice